Mark Your Calendars: MU Homecoming Set for Oct. 21-23

Monarchs, it’s time to grab your green and gold and get ready for a weekend filled with celebration and nostalgia.

Methodist University is hosting its annual Homecoming Friday, Oct. 21 through Sunday, Oct. 23. This year’s Homecoming will feel much different compared to the previous two years (cancellation in 2020 and soft relaunch in 2021 due to the pandemic).

“This feels like we’re really back,” said Kirbie Dockery, senior director of advancement services and prospect research. “Homecoming is one of the best weekends of the year. It’s a chance for us to show our school spirit and bring everyone back together. We want to welcome all of our alumni back to reconnect with classmates and relive their glory days.”

Registration is officially open for Homecoming, allowing you to sign-up or purchase tickets for the weekend’s events ahead of time. The registration page also allows the MU community to purchase the official 2022 Methodist University Homecoming t-shirt.

“Methodist University has changed so much from the new names of buildings to the new sports facilities to the new amenities. This is a great chance for alumni to see what current students are able to experience on campus while reflecting how their experiences are different,” said Dr. Mica Mitchell ’01, president of the MU Alumni Association and assistant professor of physical therapy. “You can encourage the next generation of Methodist University alumni by connecting with current students that may share your major or your job.”

The following is a brief overview of Homecoming schedule:

Friday, Oct. 21

• Campus Bookstore open (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Berns Student Center)
• Campus tour (3 p.m. – Stout Hall)
• Welcome reception (5 p.m. – Fairfield Inn & Suites)
• Athletics Hall of Fame (6:30 p.m. – Matthews Ministry Center)
• Homecoming bonfire (8 p.m. – Gravel lot behind Riddle Center)

Saturday, Oct. 22:

• Alumni association meeting (8 a.m. – Alumni Dining Room)
• Alumni headquarters (9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Outdoor basketball court)
• Campus Bookstore open (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Berns Student Center)
• Campus tour (9 a.m. – Stout Hall)
• Chorale “Gathersing” (9 a.m. – Choral Room)
• PGA Golf Management ceremonial tee shot (9 a.m. – Downback)
• Coffee social (9:30 a.m. – Alumni Dining Room)
• Alumni awards ceremony (10 a.m. – Alumni Dining Room)
• Women’s basketball alumni game (10 a.m. – Riddle Center)
• Alumni tailgate (11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Outdoor basketball court)
• Men’s basketball alumni game (11 a.m. – Riddle Center)
• ’97 Football team reunion (11 a.m. – Football Field House Patio)
• Nursing tailgate party (11 a.m. – Chaffin Building)
• PGA Golf Management tailgate (11 a.m. – Parking lot near Davis Memorial Library)
• Fraternity and sorority life tailgates (11 a.m. – Parking lot near Davis Memorial Library)
• Candlelight memorial service (11:30 a.m. – Matthews Ministry Center)
• Meet and greet with King (Noon – Victory Bell near Monarch Stadium)
• 50th reunion lunch (Noon – Alumni Dining Room)
• Football game vs. Huntingdon (1 p.m. – Monarch Stadium)
• Men’s soccer vs. Brevard College (3 p.m. – Duggins Stadium)
• 30th reunion event (4 p.m. – Last Call Sports Bar)
• Women’s soccer vs. NC Wesleyan (6 p.m. – Duggins Stadium)
• Black alumni chapter event (6 p.m. – Heart & Soul Food and Lounge)

Sunday, Oct. 23:

• Black alumni chapter scholarship brunch (11 a.m. – Matthew Ministry Center)

For information on lodging or to view a deeper dive into the Homecoming schedule, visit here.